Turner Teams Up for Holiday Turkey Giveaway

 

[December 20, 2024]  Lincoln, IL—This holiday season, families in need in the 44th Senate District received a free turkey thanks to a partnership between State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) and Meridian Health Plan of Illinois.

“The holiday season is a time for giving and helping those in need,” said Senator Turner. “I'm grateful to Meridian Health for their generosity and the organizations working tirelessly to support our neighbors in need. Together, we had the wonderful opportunity to make the holidays brighter for so many families."

On Tuesday, December 17, Senator Turner delivered 150 donated turkeys for families served by the Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois (CAPCIL), Central Illinois Veterans Commission (CIVC), and Dove Inc. in Clinton.

"We are incredibly thankful for the generous partnership with Meridian and Senator Sally Turner, allowing us to provide free turkeys to our Head Start families and community members this holiday season,” said CAPCIL Chief Visionary Officer Breann Titus. “The holidays can be a challenging time for some of our families, and events like this help make the season a little brighter by spreading warmth, gratitude, and nourishment to those we serve."

Senator Turner with Breann Titus

All the turkeys were provided for free by Meridian Health. Meridian Health Plan of Illinois, Inc. and its family of health plans provide government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex medical needs.

[Marcus J. Durrett
Senior Communications Strategist
Communications and Public Affairs
Illinois Senate Republican Staff]